Alumni Lifetime Scholarship

Robert (Bob) Schell (B.S. Mining Engineering, 1939) became the first Lifetime Member of the Alumni Association in 1976; the fee was placed
in a savings account. Interest on that, along with other lifetime member fees and
contributions from generous New Mexico Tech alumni, has been used to support the scholarship.
Additional gifts are always welcome.

This scholarship was established by the family of Veronica Elena Anaya, who was a former student at New Mexico Tech, to recognize
students who plan to graduate with a degree in Technical Communications and whose lives model that of Veronica’s.

Eligible recipients must be full-time undergraduate students who have completed at least 24 credit hours at Tech, have a minimum GPA of 2.7, are majoring
in Technical Communications, education, special education, medicine or medical research,
and have a demonstrated history of caring for and helping other people.

This scholarship was established by a legacy from Mildred Bartlett, in memory of her
late husband, Sidney S. Bartlett (B.S. General Science, 1924), and his parents, Frank
G. Bartlett and Mary F. Bartlett.

To be eligible for scholarship consideration, students must be: determined to be in
need of financial assistance; full-time, regularly enrolled, with a GPA of 3.0 or
better and in good standing; and a junior or senior level undergraduate or first-year
graduate student.

This fund was established in honor of the late Robert S. Bowman (1950-2009) who was
a Professor of Hydrology at New Mexico Tech for 22 years.

A Michigan native, he headed west in 1968, settling in at the University of California
at Berkeley which he, a National Merit Scholar, had chosen as an alternative to an
in-state school. In a physics laboratory there, he met his future wife, Karen Bailey.
They teamed up, a teacher and a radio-pharmaceutical chemist, for a series of adventures
that ultimately led them to New Mexico. Bowman graduated NMSU in 1982 with a Ph.D.
in soil chemistry. After a short stint in Phoenix, he accepted a professorship at
New Mexico Tech in 1987.

One of Bowman's internationally noted areas of focus was the use of zeolites, a type
of naturally occurring porous mineral, for water treatment. Bowman employed modified
zeolites for the removal of volatile organics from produced water in the petroleum
industry and for the in situ removal of chlorinated solvents from contaminated groundwater.
One of his crowning achievements was in 2006, when he hosted the International Natural
Zeolite Association's quadrennial conference, a weeklong event that brought 150 people
to New Mexico Tech from 30 countries.

This scholarship was established with a gift from Dr. Donald (B.S. Chemistry, 1960)
and Mrs. Katherine McKelvey in honor of Dr. Kay Brower, a Tech Professor in Chemistry
from 1956 to 1996.

Eligible recipients are incoming freshmen, with no area of study specified, who demonstrate
financial need and have an ACT/SAT score that places them in the top 25% of the incoming
freshmen class. Students selected will continue to receive the scholarship until graduation
or for a maximum of 5 years.

This music scholarship was established for the benefit of undergraduate and graduate
students who participate in New Mexico Tech music ensembles. Initially named the
Elise Brower Scholarship Fund, it was renamed after Kay’s death in 2014 to honor the
couple’s shared contributions to musical life in Socorro.

The Browers were avid supporters of the arts, and were instrumental in founding the
Performing Arts Series at Tech. Kay and Elise also played in the Tech orchestra for
many years (Kay on cello, Elise on oboe). Elise continues to serve as artistic director
of Las Cantantes, founded as a women’s chorus in 1986, and as music director of the
Socorro Unitarian-Universalist Church, and teaches piano privately.

Kay, a Professor in Chemistry (1956-1996), made many important contributions to the
field of high-pressure organic chemistry, resulting in over 70 publications. Elise
earned three degrees from NMT (B.S. Chemistry, 1962; M.S. Chemistry, 1966; and Ph.D.
Geochemistry, 1971), but is first and foremost a musician who plays piano, organ,
recorder, and oboe, and teaches piano privately.

Recipients must be students in good academic standing who are, or plan to be, active
in music ensembles at New Mexico Tech.

Anton Budding, a Professor Emeritus of Geology, and his wife Anita (1971, MST), started
this award in 1988. It is intended for graduate Geoscience students in good standing.

The award is to be used for one or more of the following purposes:

1. To carry out field investigations in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, or hydrology
2. As partial or full reimbursement for travel expenses to scientific meetings or
to scientific centers for the purpose of using equipment not available at New Mexico
Tech 3. To defray other costs associated with graduate research, such as

a) Thin sections, chemicals, maps, etc., or b) The acquisition or fabrication of special equipment, or c) Reference material not available at Tech, or d) Payment for hourly charges for the use of equipment available at Tech

The award is not to be used for normal academic costs, such as tuition and fees, board
and room, etc. Room and board may be included only if the award is to be used for
purposes 1 and 2.

Recipients must be a New Mexico Tech Math or Physics student: undergraduate or graduate
student, full or part-time, in good academic standing. If more than one student qualifies,
preference will be given to the student who had the highest ACT/SAT score or other
scoring mechanism used by New Mexico Tech and who has declared Math as their major. If
no Math major student is suitable, Physics majors then become eligible. Freshman are
ineligible for this scholarship.

As an additional qualification, all recipients must have been born in the state of
New Mexico, including on Native American tribal land, or must have lived in New Mexico
since the age of five (5). The award does not automatically renew each year, but is
eligible to be awarded multiple times to the same student providing they are selected
each year by the committee.

Holm Bursum III, longtime businessman and resident of Socorro, sought to honor his
father (Holm Bursum, Jr.) and grandfather (Holm Bursum) with this lasting faculty
chair.

Income from this endowment will fund the salary and benefits, as well as certain research
and teaching expenses, for one full-time faculty member, chosen by the Department
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Climate and Weather Consortium

The Climate and Water Consortium features scientists working on cutting-edge research and applying it to the real
world. The goal of the Consortium is to improve the New Mexico and south-western economies
and industry through interdisciplinary research. The Consortium Director, Dr. Željka
Fuchs, envisions the Consortium as: “… an innovative problem-solving center for interdisciplinary
research and outreach; bridging biology, physics, atmospheric physics, engineering,
hydrology, geophysics, chemistry, applied math, economics, computer science, and education;
a way to use science to solve overarching problems of our society, in particular applied
to weather prediction, climate change, water management, and high technology.”

Robert (Robby) Russell Cook (1992 – 2014) passed away during his senior year as a
Mechanical Engineering major at New Mexico Tech. He was awarded an Honorary B.S. Degree
in Mechanical Engineering at Commencement in May 2015.

He was involved in robotics, and completed several science projects throughout his
high school years. He enjoyed learning how things worked, and how things were built,
from his Dad. He became the family 'fix-it' man; always thoughtful in his response
and action.

Robby was an excellent student; hardworking and responsible. During his senior year
at Tech, he was a member of the Space Structure Design Clinic Team. He was also interested
in Materials, and started as a year-round intern in Summer 2013 in the Materials Reliability
Department at Sandia National Laboratories, working on the tribology team.

The family established this Memorial Scholarship in Robby’s honor, to help future
students envision and realize the possibilities of the future.

Eligible recipients must be undergraduate or graduate majors in an engineering discipline
(incoming freshmen are also eligible) and a resident of Rio Rancho, NM with a GPA
of 2.5 or higher.

This memorial scholarship was established in honor of Tech junior Daniel Clinton Cox
(1991-2012), from Los Alamos. This scholarship recognizes a New Mexico Tech student
whose love for life and dreams for the future bring credit to themselves and to Tech
and who show bright potential for making a difference in the world.

Eligible applicants students are those who are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate
degree in an area of study at New Mexico Tech that will allow them to move into a
career in medicine or computer medicine. They must have completed at least 24 credit
hours in residence at Tech and have a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA. This scholarship
is not renewable; however previous or current recipients are eligible to re-apply
for an additional award.

Dr. Jerrald Durtsch graduated from NMT with a Ph.D. in Geoscience (Geophysics) in
1974.

This endowed scholarship goes to students majoring in Earth and Environmental Science
(usually in the field of geology or geophysics). It is used to provide financial
assistance to help offset the cost of books and/or lab or field trip expenses.

William M. Emillio (1919 – 1998) was a longtime Socorro-area resident who directed
in his will that some real estate be sold and the proceeds be given to New Mexico
Tech to establish the scholarship fund in his name.

Mr. Emillio wished his fund to benefit graduate and undergraduate students who have
a GPA of 2.0 or higher and who are majoring in mining, extractive metallurgy, geology,
and closely related fields.

This book scholarship was established by Bryan Edwards, who earned two Computer Science
degrees from New Mexico Tech, (B.S. in 1975, M.S. in 1977). The award was created
to encourage students to feel that Tech is a place where assistance can be obtained
regardless of lifestyle.

Applicants should be undergraduate or graduate students in good standing.

This scholarship was created to honor and memorialize Adam M. Goswick of Albuquerque,
NM, who passed away in October 2014. Adam was proud of earning his B.S. in Mechanical
Engineering in 2010 and felt himself forever a “Techie.” This endowed scholarship
was created to ensure that he remains part of New Mexico Tech forever.

Applicants for this scholarship must be full-time undergraduate students of junior
standing who are pursuing a degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering.
The recipient will receive a one-time award but may reapply for the scholarship for
the next academic year.

Dr. Allan Gutjahr was a much-loved New Mexico Tech Mathematics professor and well-known
Hydrology researcher. He joined the faculty in 1971 and worked to establish a program
in probability, statistics, and their applications. He was one of a handful of researchers
who established the field of stochastic groundwater hydrology.

He was chair of the Mathematics Department for three years, Vice President for Academic
Affairs for two-and-a-half years, and served for six years as Vice President for Research,
stepping down in 1997. He passed away in January 2000 from lymphoma.

This is a one-time cash award for research using mathematical mehtods.

This scholarship was established in memory of Bobby Dean Haddock, a former Socorro
resident and longtime judge for the New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair (held
annually on the Tech campus).

Bobby and his wife Sallie grew up in Socorro and both are New Mexico Tech alumni with
associate's degrees. He volunteered to judge at the Science Fair for 20 years and,
as a member of the Professional Aerospace Contractors Association of New Mexico (PACA),
got the organization involved in sponsoring an award given at the annual Fair.

The scholarship benefits a full-time Electrical Engineering student in good standing;
New Mexico resident preferred.

Applicants must be a full-time, regularly enrolled undergraduate student, in good
academic standing, a U.S. citizen, have the status of Junior, and have a financial
need as demonstrated by FAFSA. He or she must maintain a 2.5 G.P.A. or higher from
NMT or accredited University program by transfer or a 3.0 G.P.A. or higher as a community
or two year college program transfer.

In addition, eligibility will depend on the applicant providing evident or testimony
of leadership experience by one of the following criteria:

Elected to a leadership position in a high school, college, or college-recognized
organization

Recipient or nominee of the New Mexico Leadership Institute Award as a high school
junior

A leadership experience considered equivalent by NMT scholarship selection staff.

All applicants that meet the above criteria must submit a one page essay for evaluation.

If awarded the scholarship, the student must maintain a minimum of 2.5 G.P.A. for
renewal up to four (4) semesters in the same program.

The Herkenhoff name has been associated with the New Mexico School of Mines since
1920, when Mrs. Lillian Herkenhoff became supervisor of the campus residence and dining
halls, serving terms from 1920 to 1933 and 1941 to 1950. "Mrs. Herky," as she was
affectionately known to School of Mines students, was the Grand Matron of Tech residence
halls and was regarded as a second mother by the many students she took under her
wing. As a young widow who raised four children on her own, Mrs. Herkenhoff became
a role model in her era and for generations after. The family has remained deeply
connected to New Mexico Tech.

This endowment funds a Professorship in Mineral Engineering in the name of Lillian
Herkenhoff as well as providing monies for scholarships and mineral purchases for
the Mineral Museum at New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources.

The Alex Award was created by the family of Alex J. Hernandez, in memory of this intellectually
curious, questioning, and inspirational Computer Science major who was killed on January
9, 2016 in Socorro.

"Alex was an advocate for peace and love for all on the earth," said Alex's father,
Jorge G. Hernandez. "He was one semester shy of graduating as a Computer Science major and he had solid
ambitions to start a career in artificial intelligence and biotechnology.

"Alex loved animals, nature, and believed in the power of science to change the world.
Alex will be remembered as a kind, gentle, respectful young man, loved by many who
will miss his smile and strong hugs."

His family has established a memorial scholarship fund ensuring their son's passion
and legacy continues. It is their hope to assist students who shared the same interests
as Alex and who have demonstrated a deep-seated desire to change the world through
meaningful applications of science and engineering.

Joshua J. Hill (1987-2017) earned his B.S. in Chemical Engineering, with a Minor in
Chemistry, in 2010 and then continued his education at New Mexico State University.
Joshua started his professional career as an engineer at the Savanah River Site before
joining Sandia National Laboratories in 2015.

He had a passion for motorcycle road racing and an enthusiasm for science, especially
electron microscopy. Joshua had a sweet personality and was loved by many friends
and colleagues.

Josh’s family requested that contributions in his honor be made to NMT’s Department
of Chemical Engineering.

This endowed scholarship was established in memory of Michael Hogan, 20, a New Mexico
Tech senior majoring in Computer Science who died from injuries sustained in a rock
climbing accident in San Lorenzo Canyon in February 2007. Michael was described as
"a highly spirited and creative person with a great love of life. He was an awesome
son, brother, and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew him."

Students eligible for consideration are undergraduates majoring in Computer Science,
who have completed at least 24 credit hours in residence at New Mexico Tech, have
a 3.0 or better cumulative GPA, and have completed a scholarship application. This
scholarship may be awarded in addition to other New Mexico Tech scholarships. The
scholarship is not renewable; however previous or current recipients are eligible
to re-apply for an additional award.

Charles A. Javorsky, a retired metallurgist from Los Alamos National Laboratory, endowed
this undergraduate scholarship in 2006 for a student in Materials and Metallurgical
Engineering.

According to Javorsky, “I liked the fact that New Mexico Tech concentrates on science
and engineering. When I was a student, I was very lucky to get help along the way.
I thought this would be a good way to help students complete their education.”

The scholarship is awarded to students in Materials or Metallurgical Engineering disciplines
who have a financial need and a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Melvin (Mel) A. Jennings (B.S. Chemistry, 1968; M.S. Metallurgy 1978) was chief metallurgist
at the New Mexico Bureau of Mines and Mineral Resources from 1979 to 1981. Through
his career, he worked for ASARCO, Exxon, Echo Bay Mines, and Winters Engineers in
Tucson, Ariz. He passed away in April 1991.

This fund, honoring his memory, was established to benefit a student who is a U.S.
citizen and is in the field of Mining and/or Mineral Engineering.

Dr. James Jordan (Dan) Jones (1939 – 1991) was a Physics professor who was killed
in a car accident at the age of 52. He had been a thunderstorm researcher with Langmuir
Lab since 1980 and had just been appointed Associate Professor of Physics (to have
been effective Spring 1992).

Dr. Jones earned his B.S. at Stanford and his M.S. and Ph.D. at the University of
Arizona at Tucson. He was an avid hiker, bicyclist, and member of the Sierra Club.
He was also an active member of the Socorro Optimist Club and supporter of the Young
Woman of the Year scholarship program.

This scholarship is in memory of Robert "Robbie" Jones, who was a sophomore in Mechanical
Engineering when he died in a single-car rollover accident on October 1, 1985.

This memorial recognizes students whose love of life and dreams for the future bring
credit to themselves and New Mexico Tech and show bright potential for making a difference
in the world.

Eligible recipients must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students who have
completed at least 24 credit hours in residence at NMT, have a cumulative GPA of
3.0 or higher, and who demonstrate financial need.

This scholarship was created in honor of my son, Landon B. Keller, to offer additional
assistance to any New Mexico Tech student who has a special need as defined under
the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), and may require tutoring or logistical and
emotional support to continue his or her education.

Landon was diagnosed, at age five, with autism spectrum disorder and obsessive compulsive
disorder. I recalled how many of my NMT classmates and colleagues also had “spectrum”
issues, which were apparent as soon as I walked on campus. Statements like, “He’s
brilliant, but he has no social skills” rang through my head. I hoped that someday,
if Landon wanted to go to college, then New Mexico Tech could be the place where he
could be accepted—just as he is.

As Landon has grown up, he has faced far more challenges than any of his “typical”
peers. When he reached high school, I had to accept that his disabilities were too
much to overcome for him to attend a typical college. But I also know that the day
may come when that could change, because people on the spectrum never function on
the same timeline as their typical counterparts.

We’ve launched this scholarship fund campaign to help students who are not part of
the mainstream, but want and deserve a public education like the rest of us. Being
a member of the special needs community has been my biggest life changing experience.
I’ve learned that special needs students work twice as hard to be accepted, and for
them to obtain an education and a degree would only enhance and reinforce their special
place in our community. So I hereby request that my fellow alumni at Tech, its faculty,
students, and any other interested parties, contribute to this groundbreaking effort
to educate adults with special needs who are less fortunate and are not equipped to
advocate on their own behalf.

John M. Kelly was a petroleum engineer with a distinguished career in industry and
government service for more than 40 years. He held three degrees from New Mexico School
of Mines/ New Mexico Tech: a B.S. in Mining Engineering (1936); a B.S. in Petroleum
Engineering (1939); and an honorary doctorate (1963).

Kelly was petroleum geologist in charge of conservation for the Hobbs Proration Office
and Lea County Operators/ Committee from 1937-1941. From 1941 to 1945, he was secretary
and executive director of the New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission and the state
geologist.

In 1945, he founded Elk Oil Co., an independent producer, and remained its president
until 1961. In 1961, he was asked to serve as an assistant secretary of the Interior
under President John F. Kennedy.

He was instrumental in convincing state legislators to place the Petroleum Recovery
Research Center (PRRC) at NMT; in his honor, Tech named the building "Kelly Hall."
In 2001, it was renamed "John and Esther Kelly Hall" in honor of both of the Kellys.

From 1975, until his death in 1977 at the age of 63, Kelly served on the New Mexico
Tech Board of Regents. In 1995, Esther set up this scholarship to benefit full-time,
regular students who are U.S. citizens and in good standing who have demonstrated
superior academic achievement:

Undergraduate - Awarded to an entering student at New Mexico Tech; the recipient must be a graduate
of a New Mexico high school, pursuing a degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology,
or Geophysics.

Graduate - The student is chosen on the basis of having the most outstanding oil or gas recovery
project of interest to New Mexico producers in the previous year.

This fellowship program honors Frank Kottlowski, a much-loved and well-respected geologist
who worked at the Bureau of Geology from 1951 until his passing in 2001. During this
time, he was Director and State Geologist from 1974 to 1991.

Frank was born in Indianapolis, Indiana and served in World War II as a B-17 navigator
and photo interpreter; he flew 22 combat missions. After World War II, Frank received
his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Geology from Indiana University. During his professional
career, he contributed greatly to the understanding of a wide range of aspects of
New Mexico geology, ranging from economic geology to stratigraphy and structural geology,
producing classic papers that are still relevant today. He was described by one of
his colleagues as “the single most knowledgeable person of the geology of New Mexico”.
He authored more than 200 papers, and served on many state, national and international
geological associations.

Students to receive the fellowship are selected from Earth Sciences graduate applicants
to the New Mexico Tech Earth and Environmental ScienceS (E&ES) program. Applicants
may have research interests in any E&ES specialty, but will be expected to complete
a project that is either within the state or of particular interest to the state in
conjunction with advisors from both the Bureau of Geology and E&ES.

Dr. Kuellmer (1924-1992) came to Socorro in 1952 as an economic geologist with the
New Mexico Bureau of Mines and Mineral Resources, while completing his doctorate at
the University of Chicago. He left in 1964, but returned in 1966 to stay.

During his long career with Tech, he served as a Professor of Geology, Dean of Students,
Graduate Dean, Vice President of Research and Economic Development, Vice President
of Academic Affairs; and (between the administrations of Tech Presidents Stirling
Colgate and Ken Ford), Acting President.

This fund was initiated by a gift from Don (B.S. History, 1969) and Rosie Tripp -
Socorro community leaders, business owners, and long-time New Mexico Tech supporters.

It has become essential for an up-to-date research library to subscribe to online
electronic journals to provide appropriate resources for students and professors to
conduct academic research. However, funds for this type of resource are not provided
by state monies.

The purpose of this endowment is to maintain online electronic journals for the Skeen Library at New Mexico Tech.

This fund was established to help finance the costs of graduate student research,
including publication costs and the payment of computer costs after principal funding
has terminated.

To be considered, a student is required to submit a proposal of study which delineates
the purpose of the project, present status, and estimated costs. The fund is under
the administrative direction of the Graduate Dean of New Mexico Tech. Selection criteria
are proposal merit and financial need. Only those students lacking other means of
support, excluding loans, are eligible for consideration.

This fund was established in 1981 by Leah F. Kennedy in memory of her father, Owen
McClay, a pioneer New Mexico oilman. After Leah Kennedy passed away in July 1987,
her name was added to the scholarship.

This fund provides assistance for students majoring in Petroleum Engineering, Geology,
Geophysics, or Geochemistry, with an emphasis on petroleum and gas operations.

Established in 1982, the Memorial Scholarship commemorates all the people in whose
names memorial donations have been given to New Mexico Tech.

Gifts to NMT serve as a permanent reminder of an interest in the well-being of society
through education. Nothing is more meaningful than a gift which contributes to the
education of future generations.

To endow a graduate scholarship within the Department of Physics at NMT to recruit
and sustain a highly qualified graduate student for the occupant of the Charles A.
Millar Endowed Professorship in Astrophysics.

Scholarship for incoming freshmen with high school or college GPA of 3.2 (or SAT 1100)
or higher who are current residents of New Mexico Congressional District 3 (except
Quay, Curry, & Roosevelt Counties).

Marliss Foutz Monette (1965-2016) joined the New Mexico Tech Financial Aid Office
in 2000 as an office counselor. She was promoted to assistant director in 2004, and
had served as Director since 2014.

This scholarship was established by her family, friends, and NMT colleagues to honor
her memory as a strong and caring student advocate with a positive attitude and can-do
spirit. If there was a need, Marliss was the first to volunteer to help.

Eligible student recipients must be full-time Junior or Senior class, , in good standing,
pursuing a degree in Management.

This award goes to a student in Mineral Engineering or a related program. The recipient
should be a junior, senior, or first-year graduate student, with at GPA of at least
3.0. Preference is given to residents of New Mexico, Oklahoma, or Texas.

This endowment was established by Dr. Barry Clark in 2008 in memory of Betty Clark,
a long-time Socorro arts enthusiast and participant, to help support the cost of PAS
concerts and educational arts outreach programs in the schools and community.

Dr. John S. Rinehart (1915-1999) was a longtime member of the New Mexico Tech Research
Foundation. He earned both a B.S. in Education and a B.S. in Physics at Truman State
University in Missouri; his M.S. in Physics at Caltech; and his Ph.D. in Physics at
the State University of Iowa. Dr. Rinehart published over 100 scientific papers on
metal-explosive systems and geysers, and two books: Stress Waves in Solids and Geysers and Geothermal Energy.

The Rinehart family has many connections with New Mexico Tech – one of John’s two
children, Eric, earned two degrees in Geophysics (M.S., 1976 and Ph.D., 1979) at Tech.
Eric's daughter Elizabeth graduated from Tech with a B.S. in Mathematics in 1999,
and her two brothers, Adam and Alex, both took Tech summer mini-courses.

This endowment, named in Dr. Rinehart’s memory, funds a scholarship for an undergraduate
majoring in Physics or a similar study.

Victor "Vic" Saracini, a 1976 graduate of New Mexico Tech (B.S. General Studies),
was the captain of United Airlines Flight 175, which was crashed into Tower I of the
World Trade Center by terrorists on September 11, 2001.

After Vic graduated from Tech, he served in the Navy, where he trained as a pilot,
then worked for United Airlines for about 16 years. He was survived by his wife, Ellen,
and two children, Kirsten and Brielle.

This scholarship fund was created in 2004 by two of his classmates to honor his memory.
An annual fundraiser has been hosted by the Alumni Association for several years during
NMT’s 49ers in October.

The New Mexico Science and Engineering Fair (NMSEF) develops and administers the premier science and engineering competition for New
Mexico students in grades six through twelve, with the intent to improve the quality
of science education, increase student interest in science, and improve student performance
in science education. More than four hundred students (over 300 projects) aree invited
to compete in the NMSEF from the six regional science and engineering fairs.

Students are recognized for their excellence in project development, investigation,
and analysis and discussion of results. The science fair experience lends to learning
much more than current science and engineering. Students learn and practice problem
solving skills, development and consideration of alternatives, and consequences of
action. These are life skills that the students will utilize for many years to come.

This scholarship was created by Sally Breeden to honor her brother John Shipman for
his lifelong love of learning and in recognition of his many and varied lifetime achievements.

After graduating from Hobbs (NM) High School at the age of 17 as a National Merit
Scholarship finalist, John was awarded a Co-op Scholarship to New Mexico Tech. As
he started his classes, he found his intellectual home with like-minded individuals.
After graduation (B.S. Computer Science, 1971) he accepted a position at Hewlett-Packard
in California where he lived for some ten years, but Socorro was never far from his
thoughts. He returned to Socorro in the early 1980s, bought a house and was a faculty
member of the NM Tech Computer Science department until he retired in 2014.

John’s death in January 2017 affected many people in many ways. He had built a vast
network of similarly driven people all over the country and communicated with every
individual according to their interests, be that computers or cooking or love of birds
or singing with the New Mexico Symphonic Chorus. His interests ran the gamut of subjects
and it was rare that he could not add something to a person’s already broad knowledge.

This scholarship is intended to recognize this kind of potential in students who can
peer into the future and use their education in the computer science profession to
improve lives through technology.

Dr. Clay T. and Mrs. Sallie Smith came to Socorro in 1947, when he joined the faculty
at Tech. Over his long career, Dr. Smith became an eminent authority on the geology
of New Mexico, and was in high demand as a consultant for industry and government.
In 1995, he received the Marsden Award from the Society of Economic Geologists for
outstanding service to the society and the profession.

This fund recognizes and honors Dr. Smith’s long career in field geology and his 35
years as part of the geosciences department at NMT. His final field adventure was
a brisk expedition into the nearby Quebradas, three days before his sudden demise
in 2003 at the venerable age of 87.

This fund, established by New Mexico Tech’s Department of Earth and Environmental
Sciences, is used to enhance student field experiences for Earth Science students.

The Starving Student scholarship was established by Michael and Janey Johnson to assist
students with financial need in pursuing a science or engineering program. Charles
Michael "Mickey" Johnson (1945 - 2017) earned his B.S. in Mathematics at Tech in 1967.

Eligible students must be a full-time undergraduate student with a cumulative GPA
of 2.5 or higher, pursuing a science or engineering degree, demonstrate financial
need as determined by FAFSA results, and must not be eligible for the NM Legislative
Lottery Scholarship.

This scholarship was originally established through grants (1984 and 1986) from The
Hearst Foundation.

Eligible students must be U.S. citizens (or permanent residents), full-time undergraduate
students majoring in Technical Communications seeking their first bachelor’s degree
who have completed at least 30 credit hours in residence at NMT, and of minority ethnicity.

Eugene “Geno” Torres (1943-2018) was born and raised in Socorro.; he had many ties
to the community and New Mexico Tech. He established this scholarship in 1996 to support
students from the local area who have exhausted other scholarship and financial aid
options, and need some additional support to complete their bachelor degree.

Eligible recipients must be a graduate of Socorro or Magdalena High School, be a full-time
regularly enrolled undergraduate at NMT, and have completed four (4) years of study
at NMT in good standing.

This fellowship is named in honor of Donald H. Yardley, a longtime professor at the
University of Minnesota (U of M) School of Mines and Metallurgy who was an influential
mentor of numerous U of M graduates, including Michael "Mike" J. Fitzgerald (U of
M - B.S., Geological Engineering, 1957), the main benefactor of the fund.

Donald H. Yardley was born in 1917 in Saskatchewan, Canada. He obtained both his B.S.
in Mining Engineering and his M.S. in Geology from Queens University in Kingston,
Ontario, Canada. He later went on to earn his Ph.D. in Geology at U of M and taught
there from 1951 to 1984.

Fitzgerald visited several universities and their faculty members around the country
before deciding to establish the fellowship at New Mexico Tech. It is intended to
provide financial support for graduate students who decide to pursue professional
interests in ore deposits and mineral exploration. It supports a first-year graduate
student’s expenses in economic and exploration ore studies.